Collapsible pinata devices and methods for making same

ABSTRACT

Collapsible piñata devices and methods to manufacture collapsible piñata devices are provided. According to some embodiments of the present invention, a piñata can comprise an exterior layer, a plurality of internal support frame members, and a support for carrying at least a portion of the exterior layer. The internal frame members can support the exterior layer when the exterior layer is fully expanded in an uncollapsed position to form a piñata. The piñata can also be collapsed into a state for storage, travel, and to preserve the exterior appearance of the piñata. Other embodiments are also claimed and described.

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION AND PRIORITY CLAIM

This Application claims priority to and the benefit of under 35 U.S.C.§119 Chinese Patent Application Number 200620160545.X filed with theState Intellectual Property Bureau of the People's Republic of China on28 Nov. 2006, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entiretyas if fully set forth below.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The various embodiments of the present invention relate generally topiñatas, and more specifically, to collapsible piñata devices andmethods to make collapsible piñata devices.

BACKGROUND

Piñatas have long been popular for distributing gifts at children'sparties and providing recreational activities at similar festive events.Traditional piñatas are typically formed of frangible material and itemssuch as candy, toys, and money can be placed within piñatas. In typicalgames involving piñatas, participants are blindfolded and attempt tostrike a piñata suspended above ground. Typically, game participants usestrong, rigid objects such as baseball bats, to break open piñatas.Breaking open a piñata can reveal the items hidden within the piñata,and according to some piñata games participants win those items theysuccessfully remove from the piñata by striking it.

Many conventional piñatas exist today. Indeed, known piñatas aregenerally made in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Conventional piñatasdo have associated drawbacks, including their large size, inability tobe compressed into a smaller size without causing damage, andpossibility of being damage due to fragile manufacturing materials andmethods. In addition, piñatas having a large, unchangeable size do notlend themselves to be easily transported.

Accordingly, what is needed are collapsible piñata devices and methodsfor making collapsible piñata devices that address the above and otherneeds. In addition, there is a need for collapsible piñata devices thattake up small amounts of space when collapse, that can easily beuncollapsed, and that have sturdy exteriors not easily damaged. It is tothe provision of such collapsible piñata devices and methods for makingcollapsible piñata devices that the various embodiments of the presentinvention are directed.

BRIEF SUMMARY

The various embodiments of the present invention include collapsiblepiñata devices and methods for making collapsible piñata devices.Advantageously, piñata devices according to embodiments of the presentinvention enable compact storage in a manner that does not damage oralter the exterior appearance of a collapsible piñata. In addition,piñata devices according to the present invention are easily collapsiblefor easy transport as well as expansion into full size.

Still yet, piñata devices according to some embodiments of the presentinvention are useful because the overall artistic and visual effect isstronger for piñata devices according to the present invention. Indeed,when extended from a collapsed condition to full size, the piñata willexhibit a different form the collapsed state and thus present a surprisefor user. Other advantages according the present invention includeefficient and easy production process production, piñatas having largeinternal volumes, reduced amount of manufacturing materials, and abilityto easily attach associated piñata decorative items.

Broadly described, and as discussed below in more detail, a piñatadevice according to various embodiments of the present invention is aspecially designed and novel piñata. According to some embodiments, adecorative piñata gaming system comprises a piñata capable of beingcollapsed in a portable carrying condition and expanded into anuncollapsed condition. The piñata can generally comprise an exteriorshell, an inner support, and a framing system. The exterior shell has acollapsed condition and an uncollapsed condition. The uncollapsedcondition defines an interior substantially enclosed by the exteriorshell. The inner support carries the exterior shell. The inner supportmember is located at least partially within the interior in theuncollapsed condition. The framing system comprises a plurality ofelongated frame members. The frame members can extend from the innersupport to the exterior shell. Also, the elongated frame members supportand carry the exterior shell in the uncollapsed condition.

Piñatas according to embodiments of the present invention can haveadditional features. For example, the exterior shell can comprise aninner layer and an outer layer. The inner layer and the outer layerbeing can be coupled to the elongated frame members such that theelongated frame members are positioned between the inner layer and theouter layer. As another example, inner support can define a perimeter,and the elongated frame members of the framing system can have ageometrical shape substantially similar to the perimeter. As yet anotherexample, a piñata can comprise a second collapsible piñata disposedgenerally within the interior to yield a piñata-within-a-piñataarrangement. Still yet as another example, the second collapsible piñatacan have a second exterior shell carried by the inner support that alsocarries the piñata.

Other aspects and features of embodiments of the present invention willbecome apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art, upon reviewingthe following description of specific, exemplary embodiments of thepresent invention in conjunction with the accompanying figures.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a collapsed view of a piñatadevice according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective-side view of an uncollapsed piñatadevice according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 3 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an uncollapsed piñatadevice according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 4 illustrates a partial view of a piñata device having multiplespherical-shaped piñatas according to some embodiments of the presentinvention.

FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of a piñata device having multiplepiñatas according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 6 illustrates a partial collapsed view of an oval-shaped piñatadevice according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 7 illustrates a perspective view of an oval-shaped piñata deviceaccording to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 8 illustrates a partial collapsed view of a rectangular-shapedpiñata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 9 illustrates a perspective view of a rectangular-shaped piñatadevice according to some embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 10 illustrates a logical flow diagram of a method to manufacture apiñata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED & ALTERNATIVE EMBODIMENTS

Referring now to the figures, wherein like reference numerals representlike parts throughout the several views, exemplary embodiments of thepresent invention will be described in detail. Throughout thisdescription, various components may be identified having specific valuesor parameters, however, these items are provided as exemplaryembodiments. Thus, the exemplary embodiments do not limit the variousaspects and concepts of the present invention as many comparableparameters, sizes, ranges, and/or values may be implemented.

FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a collapsed view of a piñatadevice 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention. Thepiñata device 100 is capable of being in a collapsed state and expandedinto an uncollapsed state. A range of expansion exists between acollapsed state and a fully expanded state. In FIG. 1, the piñata device100 is shown in a collapsed state. In FIG. 2, the piñata device 100 isshown in a fully expanded state that forms a spherically-shaped piñata.A comparison of FIG. 1 to FIG. 2 illustrates the advantageous ability ofthe piñata device 100 to be collapsed from a fully expanded state tomake transporting and storing the piñata device 100 easy. FIG. 3 alsoillustrates the piñata device 100 in a fully expanded state and FIG. 3illustrates an interior cross-section of the piñata device 100 whenfully expanded.

As shown in FIGS. 1-3, the piñata device 100 generally comprises acollapsible exterior 105 and an inner support wall 110. The collapsibleexterior 105 and the inner support wall 110 are connected together suchthat the collapsible exterior 105 can move relative to the inner supportwall 110. This movement advantageously enables transition between acollapsed state and uncollapsed state. According to some embodiments ofthe present invention, the collapsible exterior 105 is coupled to theinner support wall 110 at two attachment points 115, 120 on the innersupport wall. Such an attachment configuration enables movement betweenexpanded and collapsed states.

As best shown in FIG. 3, the collapsible exterior 105 can comprisemultiple portions. Indeed, the collapsible exterior 105, as illustrated,can comprise a first extendable portion 125 and a second extendableportion 130. The first extendable portion 125 and the second extendableportion 130 can be coupled to the inner support wall 110 on opposingsides of the inner support wall 110. The first extendable portion 125and the second extendable portion 130 are preferably constructed frommaterials than are pre-folded such that when the piñata device 100 isexpanded or collapsed the first extendable portion 125 and the secondextendable portion 130 do not impede transition between the two states.The inventor has discovered that use of pre-folded paper enables thefirst extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 to befolded on itself in the collapsed position (FIG. 1), and provides thepiñata device 100 with an exterior that is aesthetically pleasing andrigid enough to use for piñata construction (FIG. 2). Indeed, pre-foldedpaper such as between 110-gram to 70-gram offset printing paper. Otherpaper materials such as card stock-type paper may also be used. What isimportant is that the utilized paper be pre-folded to enable transitionbetween collapsed and uncollapsed states as shown in the variousattached figures.

In addition to comprising multiple portions, the collapsible exterior105 can be made with multiple layers or material sections. In somepreferred embodiments, an inner layer and an outer layer is used. Theinner layer faces the interior of the piñata device 100 and the outerlayer is the exterior of the piñata device 100. The inner and outerlayers can be of the same material and can be coupled to each other toform a piñata device 100 having a rigid body. The layers are preferablyconfigured to have corresponding folds thereby enabling the collapsibleexterior 105 to easily transition between collapsed and expanded states.

The inner support 105 carries the first extendable portion 125 and thesecond extendable portion 130. Also, the inner support wall 105 define acentral axis 135 of the piñata device 100. The central axis 135 is shownby line A-A in FIGS. 1-2 and is a line that enters the plane of the pageof FIG. 3 in a perpendicular orientation. In the collapsed position(FIG. 1), the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendableportion 130 rest against the inner support wall 105 in a substantiallyflat manner and are situated proximate the inner support wall in thecollapsed state. In the fully extended position (FIGS. 2-3), the firstextendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 envelop theinner support wall so that the inner support wall is not viewable. Thisadvantageous feature of the present invention provides a collapsiblepiñata having a sturdy interior support wall that is hidden from viewwithin the interior of the piñata device 100 when the piñata device 100is expanded for use.

As mentioned above, the first extendable portion 125 and the secondextendable portion 130 are attached to the inner support wall 105.Preferably, the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendableportion 130 are rotatably or pivotally attached to the inner supportwall 105 proximate the central axis 135 of the piñata device 100. Morespecifically, ends of the first extendable portion 125 and the secondextendable portion 130 are attached to the inner support wall to enablemovement of the collapsible exterior 105 relative to the inner supportwall 110 such that the first extendable portion 125 and the secondextendable portion 130 rotate about the central axis 135.

The first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130can be coupled to the inner support wall 110 in various manners. Asshown in FIG. 1, ends 140, 145 of the first extendable portion 125 arecoupled to the inner support wall 110. Also, although not visible inFIG. 1, the second extendable portion 130 (situated behind the firstextendable portion 125 in this view) is also attached at its ends (notshown) to the inner support wall. Alternatively in other embodiments,the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130can be coupled to the inner support wall 110 at other locations of theinner support wall 110 proximate the axis 135.

The preferable attachment configuration of the first extendable portion125 and the second extendable portion 130 to the inner support wall 110includes each of the components having a common aperture extendingtherein. The common apertures can be aligned such that attachmentmechanism used to secure the components together. Such an attachmentmechanism can be a string inserted into the apertures. Also, the ends ofthe first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130can then be taped at their ends. This attachment configurationadvantageously enables a pivotal attachment so that the ends of thefirst extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 canrotate about the axis 135 in transition between a collapsed state and anexpanded state.

The attachment configuration as shown in FIGS. 1-3 enables the innersupport wall 110 to have various shapes and configurations. Indeed,while the inner support wall 110 can have a generally half-circularshape, portions of the interior can be cut away or removed since thefirst extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 areonly attached to the inner support wall at opposing ends of the innersupport wall. As shown in the figures of this application, the innersupport wall 110 can take various shapes and its shape will depend onthe desired shape of an expanded piñata since the inner support wallwill generally have a shape corresponding to cross-section of theexposed piñata.

According to some embodiments, the collapsible exterior 105 can have ageometrical shape that corresponds to the interior support wall 110 inthe uncollapsed state such that a cross section of the piñata devicebetween the central axis and the collapsible exterior has the same thegeometrical shape of the interior support wall. For example, in FIGS.1-3, the general shape of the inner support wall 110 is that of ahalf-circle and the piñata device 100 has a spherical shape whenexpanded. Thus, the inner support wall 110 can be half of a planarcross-section of the spherically-shaped piñata device 100. Other piñatashapes can have differently shaped inner support walls.

The piñata device 100 can also comprise framing support members 150, 155(FIG. 3). The support members 150, 155 can extend outwardly from thecentral axis 135 to the collapsible exterior 105, and be coupled to theinner support wall 110. The support members 150, 155 are preferablybetween and coupled to the central axis 135 and the collapsible exterior105. In certain embodiments, the piñata device 100 can comprise a firstframing support member 150 and a second framing support member 155. Thefirst framing support member 150 and the second framing support member155 can be situated proximate each other in the uncollapsed state.

The framing support members 150, 155 of the piñata device 100 are bestillustrated in FIGS. 1 and 3. FIG. 1 only shows framing support member150 and FIG. 3 shows both framing support members 150, 155. The framingsupport members 150, 155 are attached to the first extendable portion125 and the second extendable portion 130, respectively. While FIGS. 1and 3 only illustrate two framing support members, other embodiments ofthe present invention can include additional framing support members.The framing support members 150, 155 are preferably made from alightweight, rigid material that is more rigid that the collapsibleexterior 105. The framing support members 150, 155 can be disposedbetween layers of a piñata device 100 if the piñata device isconstructed with an exterior 105 having multiple layers. Suchconfiguration enables the framing support members 150, 155 to be hiddenas to not detract from the aesthetic appearance of the piñata device100.

Also, and as shown in FIG. 3, the framing support members 150, 155 arepreferably located at an outer position of the first extendable portion125 and the second extendable portion 130. This advantageousconfiguration provides a rigid frame that is rotatable relative to axis135 and provides support for an expanded piñata device, such as thepiñata device shown in FIG. 3. When the piñata device 100 is expandedthe framing support members 150, 155 are rotated about the central axisand moved proximate each other thereby expanding the collapsibleexterior 105.

As best shown in FIGS. 1-2, each of the framing support members 150, 155can comprising coupling sections 160, 165. The coupling sections enablethe members to be coupled to each other. For example, the couplingsections can 160, 165 can be latches so that the members 150, 155 can besecuredly attached to each other. Preferably the coupling sections 160,165 are configured to be detachably affixed to each other. Such aconfiguration advantageously enables the piñata device 100 to be fixedin an expanded state for use.

The coupling sections 160, 165 are preferably positioned in the middleareas of the framing support members 150, 155. The coupling sections canhave an angular shape with an apex extending beyond the surface of thecollapsible exterior 105. The angular shapes enable users to easily holdthe piñata device 100 and expand the piñata device 100 by moving thefirst extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 suchthat the piñata device 100 is expanded. In addition, the angular shapeof the coupling sections 160, 165 with an apex raised above the surfaceof the collapsible exterior provide a connection point for hanging orsuspending the piñata device. For example, when the piñata device 100 isexpanded and the coupling sections 160, 165 are connected to fix thepiñata in an expanded condition, the raised apex of the couplingsections 160, 165 can be connected to a string or rope and the expandedpiñata device 100 can be suspended using the string or rope.

FIGS. 4-5 illustrate views of a piñata device 400 comprising multiplespherical-shaped piñatas 405, 410 according to some embodiments of thepresent invention. FIG. 4 shows a cross-section view of the piñatadevice 400 in the collapsed state and FIG. 5 shows the piñata device 400in an uncollapsed state between collapsed and fully expanded states.

As shown, the piñata device comprises multiple piñatas 405, 410. Thefirst piñata 405 has an interior volume greater than the second piñata410. Thus, the second piñata 410 can be enclosed within the first piñata405. This embodiment of the present invention thus advantageouslyprovides a piñata within a piñata. Such a configuration provides userswith additional gaming opportunities since after the first piñata 405 isopened users can then attempt to open the second piñata. Both of thepiñatas can be constructed similar to the piñata device 100 as discussedabove and for brevity repetition of these details are not providedagain.

Due to the unique piñata-within-a-piñata arrangement, however, thepiñata device 400 posses numerous unique features. Indeed, the first andsecond piñatas 405, 410 both possess collapsible exteriors 415, 420. Thefirst and second piñatas 405, 410 also utilize a common support wall 425that carry the collapsible exteriors 415, 420. As such, a portion of thesupport wall 425 can be removed so that when expanded the first andsecond piñatas 405, 410 are spaced apart from each other. Also, asshown, the second piñata 410 can include two framing members, such asframing member 430, that have raised middle sections, such as middlesection 435. The raised middle sections preferably have lengths thatextend to framing members of the first piñata 405 and can contact theframing members of the first piñata as shown in FIG. 5. Such contactadvantageously enables expansion of the piñatas 405, 410 insubstantially simultaneous fashion.

Piñatas made according to the various embodiments of the presentinvention can have numerous shapes. As discussed above, FIGS. 1-5illustrate piñatas having a substantially spherical shape. Othergeometrical shapes, however, are also possible according to embodimentsof the present invention. As an example, FIGS. 6-7 illustrate views ofan oval-shaped piñata device 600 according to some embodiments of thepresent invention. FIG. 6 shows the oval-shaped piñata device 600 in acollapsed condition and FIG. 7 shows the oval-shaped piñata device 600in a fully expanded condition. As another example, FIGS. 8-9 illustrateviews of a rectangular-shaped piñata device 800 according to someembodiments of the present invention. Specifically, FIG. 8 shows therectangular-shaped piñata device 800 in a collapsed condition and FIG. 9shows the rectangular-shaped piñata device 800 in a fully expandedcondition. It should be understood that the embodiments illustrated inFIGS. 6-9 are made in the same manner as the above-discussed embodimentsonly having different material shapes, and for brevity, these samedetails are omitted.

FIG. 10 illustrates a logical flow diagram of a method 1000 tomanufacture a piñata device according to some embodiments of the presentinvention. According to some method embodiments a piñata can bemanufactured by hand, by machine, or a combination of both. It should beunderstand that the method 1000 is only one method embodiment of thepresent invention and that the method 1000 can have various additionalactions or be performed in various orders.

The method 1000 includes various actions to assemble and manufacture acollapsible piñata. The method 1000 can initiate at 1005 by providing aninterior support wall member. The interior support wall member candefine a first surface, a second surface, a central axis, and an outerperimeter. The interior support wall can carry other portions of thepiñata and provide a base from which other portions of the piñata canrotate to transition between a collapsed state and an expanded state. Ina collapsed state other portions of the piñata can lay substantiallyflat and planar with the support wall and in an expanded state otherportions of the piñata can enclose the support wall so that it ispositioned within the interior of a piñata.

The method 1000 can continue by attaching other portions of to thesupport wall. For example, at 1010 a first collapsible outer wall can beattached to the first surface of the interior support wall. The firstcollapsible outer wall preferably has a first perimeter that generallycorresponds to the outer perimeter of the interior support wall suchthat the two components have substantially equal perimeters. Also, asecond collapsible outer wall can be coupled to the second surface ofthe interior support wall at 1015. The second collapsible outer wall canhave a second perimeter that generally corresponds to the outerperimeter of the interior support wall such that all three components(interior support wall, first collapsible wall, and second collapsiblewall) have substantially equal perimeters.

Next, the method 1000 can include supporting the collapsible walls. Forexample, at 1020 at least one frame support member can be disposedproximate at least one of the first collapsible outer wall and thesecond collapsible wall. The frame support member can support thecollapsible outer walls to have a shape the generally conforms to theframe support members. Preferably both collapsible outer walls have anattached frame support member at the outer ends of the collapsiblewalls. The frame support members can be made from metal wire and providea grasping point to expand the piñata to a fully expanded position.Also, the first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible outerwall each comprise an inner layer and an outer layer. The frame supportmembers can be disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer suchat 1025. As such, the frame support members can be positioned betweenthe inner layer and the outer layer of the collapsible outer walls. Forexample, a first frame member can be positioned within the firstcollapsible layer and a second frame member positioned within the secondcollapsible layer.

The method 1000 can also include additional features. For example, at1030 the method can include providing a plurality of folds in the firstcollapsible layer and the second collapsible layer. The foldsadvantageously enable the first collapsible layer and the secondcollapsible layer to move between a collapsed state and an uncollapsedstate. Indeed, the folds allow the collapsible walls to be collapsed insuch a manner to not harm the exterior appearance of a piñata accordingto embodiments of the present invention. Another feature includeproviding a locking device at 1035. The locking device can be coupled toan outer end of at least one of the first collapsible outer wall or thesecond collapsible outer wall. The locking device enables the ends ofthe first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible to besecuredly locked to each other. The locking device can be a latch. Thelocking device enables the piñata to be fixed in the expanded state foruse. Also, the method 1000 also preferably includes at 1040 configuringthe first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible outer wallto rotate about the central axis. This advantageous feature allows theouter walls to transition between a collapsed state and an uncollapsedstate.

The embodiments of the present invention are not limited to theparticular exemplary embodiments, process steps, and materials disclosedherein as such embodiments, process steps, and materials may varysomewhat. Moreover, the terminology employed herein is used for thepurpose of describing exemplary embodiments only and the terminology isnot intended to be limiting since the scope of the various embodimentsof the present invention will be limited only by the appended claims andequivalents thereof.

Thus, while the various embodiments of this invention have beendescribed in detail with particular reference to exemplary embodiments,those skilled in the art will understand that variations andmodifications can be effected within the scope of the invention asdefined in the appended claims. Accordingly, the scope of the variousembodiments of the present invention should not be limited to the abovediscussed embodiments, and should only be defined by the followingclaims and all equivalents.

1. A piñata device capable of being collapsed, the piñata devicecomprising: a collapsible exterior comprising a first extendable portionand a second extendable portion, the first extendable portion beingopposed from the second extendable portion, the collapsible exteriorhaving a collapsed state and an uncollapsed state; and an inner supportwall defining a central axis of the piñata device and to carry the firstextendable portion and the second extendable portion, the firstextendable portion and the second extendable portion being rotatablycoupled to the inner support wall proximate the central axis, the firstextendable portion and the second extendable portion substantiallyenclosing the inner support wall in the uncollapsed state and rotatingabout the central axis to move from the collapsed state to theuncollapsed state.
 2. The piñata device of claim 1, wherein the firstextendable portion and the second extendable portion are situatedproximate the inner support wall in the collapsed state.
 3. The piñatadevice of claim 1, further comprising a plurality of framing supportmembers extending outwardly from the central axis to the collapsibleexterior, the framing support members disposed between and coupled tothe central axis and the collapsible exterior.
 4. The piñata device ofclaim 1, further comprising a first framing support member and a secondframing support member each comprising a coupling section, the firstframing support member coupled to the first extendable portion and thesecond framing support member coupled to the second extendable portion,the coupling section of the first framing support member and the secondframing support member being proximate each other in the uncollapsedstate.
 5. The piñata device of claim 1, the collapsible exteriorcomprising an inner section and an outer section, the inner sectionbeing spaced apart from the central axis and the outer section beingspaced apart from the inner section such that the inner section isdisposed between the central axis and the outer section.
 6. The piñatadevice of claim 1, wherein the first extendable portion and the secondextendable portion are disposed at least partially on opposing sides ofand detachably affixed to the inner support wall via apertures locatedat corresponding positions of the first extendable portion, the secondextendable portion, and the inner support wall.
 7. The piñata device ofclaim 1, wherein the collapsible exterior has a geometrical shape thatcorresponds to the interior support wall in the uncollapsed state suchthat a cross section of the piñata device between the central axis andthe collapsible exterior resembles the geometrical shape of the interiorsupport wall.
 8. The piñata device of claim 1, the collapsible exteriorcomprising a plurality of predetermined folds, the folds being open inthe uncollapsed state and being closed in the collapsed state.
 9. Thepiñata device of claim 1, further comprising a latch operativelyconnected to at least one of the first extendable portion or the secondextendable portion, the latch comprising a connector to connect outerends of the first extendable portion and the second extendable portionin the uncollapsed state.
 10. A piñata manufacturing method comprising:providing an interior support wall member defining a first surface, asecond surface, a central axis, and an outer perimeter; coupling a firstcollapsible outer wall to the first surface of the interior supportwall, the first collapsible outer wall having a first perimeter thatgenerally corresponds to the outer perimeter of the interior supportwall; coupling a second collapsible outer wall to the second surface ofthe interior support wall, the second collapsible outer wall having asecond perimeter that generally corresponds to the outer perimeter ofthe interior support wall; and disposing at least one frame supportmember proximate at least one of the first collapsible outer wall andthe second collapsible wall to support the at least one of the firstcollapsible outer wall and the second collapsible outer wall.
 11. Thepiñata manufacturing method of claim 10, wherein the first collapsibleouter wall and the second collapsible outer wall each comprise an innerlayer and an outer layer, and disposing the at least one frame supportmember between the inner layer and the outer layer such that the atleast one frame support member is positioned between the inner layer andthe outer layer.
 12. The piñata manufacturing device of claim 10,further comprising providing a plurality of folds in the firstcollapsible layer and the second collapsible layer thereby enabling thefirst collapsible layer and the second collapsible layer to move betweena collapsed state and an uncollapsed state.
 13. The piñata manufacturingdevice of claim 10, further comprising providing a first frame memberwithin the first collapsible layer and a second frame member within thesecond collapsible layer.
 14. The piñata manufacturing device of claim10, further comprising providing a locking member coupled to an outerend of at least one of the first collapsible outer wall or the secondcollapsible outer such that outer ends of the first collapsible outerwall or the second collapsible can be securedly locked.
 15. The piñatamanufacturing device of claim 1, further comprising configuring thefirst collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible outer wall torotate about the central axis such that the outer walls can move betweena collapsed state and an uncollapsed state.
 16. In a decorative piñatagaming system comprising a piñata capable of being collapsed in aportable carrying condition and expanded into an uncollapsed condition,the piñata comprising: an exterior shell configured to have a collapsedcondition and an uncollapsed condition, the uncollapsed conditiondefining an interior substantially enclosed by the exterior shell; aninner support to carry the exterior shell, the inner support memberlocated at least partially within the interior in the uncollapsedcondition; and a framing system comprising a plurality of elongatedframe members extending from the inner support to the exterior shell,the elongated frame members to support and carry the exterior shell inthe uncollapsed condition.
 17. The piñata of claim 16, the exteriorshell comprising an inner layer and an outer layer, the inner layer andthe outer layer being coupled to the elongated frame members such thatthe elongated frame members are positioned between the inner layer andthe outer layer.
 18. The piñata of claim 16, the inner support defininga perimeter and the elongated frame members of the framing system havinga geometrical shape substantially similar to the perimeter.
 19. Thepiñata of claim 16, further comprising a second collapsible piñatadisposed generally within the interior.
 20. The piñata of claim 19, thesecond collapsible piñata having a second exterior shell carried by theinner support.